A Six-Word Poem: A Sermon for Ascension Sunday
by Andrew Morehead | May 20, 2026 | Message from the Bishop
Ascension Day 2026 The Church of the Ascension, Knoxville Acts 1:1-11 Luke 24:44-53 The Right Rev. Brian L. Cole Two weeks ago, in Asheville, North Carolina, I was one of twelve students attending a workshop on prayer poems, led by the poet, Marie Howe. We met each...Joint Statement Regarding Tennessee Redistricting by the Episcopal Bishops of Tennessee
by Andrew Morehead | May 8, 2026 | Message from the Bishop, News
During a special session of the Tennessee State Legislature on May 7, 2026, state representatives approved new boundaries for some of Tennessee’s congressional districts. The redrawn map will divide Tennessee’s 9th congressional district into three districts. Two of...When A Stranger Shows Up: Sermon on the Emmaus Road
by Andrew Morehead | Apr 24, 2026 | Message from the Bishop
When A Stranger Shows Up by Bishop Brian Cole Sunday, April 19, 2026 St. Paul’s Episcopal Church, Athens, & Tyson House Campus Ministry, Knoxville My friend’s name is not Cleopas. But like Cleopas, my friend can talk about many things. When he calls,...Why are you weeping? An Easter Message from Bishop Brian Cole
by Andrew Morehead | Apr 5, 2026 | Featured Article, Message from the Bishop
Easter Sunday 2026 Resurrection, Loudon John 20:1-18 The Right Rev. Brian L. Cole “…while it was still dark…” There is no such thing as Easter Black. When I think of Easter, the colors are soft pastels. Easter dresses and hats and flowers are white and pink,...2026 Bishop’s Address to Diocesan Convention
by Andrew Morehead | Mar 20, 2026 | Featured Article, Message from the Bishop
Diocesan Convention Address 2026 Episcopal School of Knoxville The Right Rev. Brian L. Cole Before I begin my remarks this afternoon, let us pray. O God, you have made of one blood all the peoples of the earth, and sent your blessed Son to preach peace...





